A delinquent and another childhood friend of Najimi who serves as a brief antagonist. Where to Watch
In of Komi Can't Communicate (English Dub), titled "It's Just a Childhood Friend" , Komi begins her journey to make 100 friends with the help of Tadano. Episode Summary Komi-san wa, Comyushou desu. (Dub) Episode 2
Impressed by Komi's efforts and realizing her true nature, Najimi officially becomes her second friend. Key Characters Introduced A delinquent and another childhood friend of Najimi
Najimi tasks Komi with ordering a highly complex drink at "Standbakes" (a Starbucks parody). The relatable social anxiety of the scene is a major highlight. Key Characters Introduced Najimi tasks Komi with ordering
The episode focuses on the introduction of , a "childhood friend" to everyone in the school who possesses extreme social skills—the polar opposite of Komi.
Critics and fans often cite the "Standbakes" scene as one of the most relatable portrayals of social anxiety in the series.
While walking home, a delinquent named Maa confesses his love to Najimi. When he becomes aggressive, Komi tries to intervene. Her intense, silent stare and stuttering terrify Maa into thinking she is a cold-blooded killer, causing him to flee.